Saturday, April 20, 2013

Staci Bishop is the most valuable investment I made when planning for my birth, not only for her support before and during labor but especially during my postpartum difficulties. There are so many decisions and details she helped me sort out with information and care to support my choices. Since she was trained as a Hypno Doula, she was also able to provide specific support for my natural, drug free childbirth. My husband was equally pleased with Staci's professional guidance, especially since she worked with us during the busy holiday season. My ObGyn even commented to me twice on how impressed she was with my Doula. With so many decisions to make when I was pregnant with my first baby, I am so incredibly grateful I hired Staci as my Doula. Lori Gentry - Nashville, TN

Saturday, April 13, 2013

When starting my doula business I thought long and hard about a company name. I literally have pages of scribble from my brainstorming sessions. While my main focus is currently doula work, I also wanted a name that portrayed my lifestyle and would give me the additional opportunity to share my passion for natural health.

I'm often asked for home remedies to help this or that or to recommend alternative treatment options for (insert ailment here). Not only do I think they work but I believe they are healthier with fewer side effects and more economical.

Thus, nurturing YOU naturally was born. The "YOU" can literally be anyone. Besides, everyone could use a little nurturing from time to time. :)

Today, I'm pleased to announce that nYn is now producing and selling natural products. Current items include

These products are made of natural ingredients and are appropriate for anyone, including babies and pregnant or nursing mothers. More products and flavors are coming soon. If there is a product that you would like to see nYn create, please let me know in the comments.

Stay tuned for upcoming posts with product profiles for items currently available. If you are interested in purchasing any of the above products, please contact me, or Shop Now.

Tuesday, April 9, 2013

I am so excited to go through this program with my daughter and be able to share my love for natural health and healing with her. In fact, I'm just as eager to learn some new things as well.

This herbal learning system for kids includes 13 chapter books (one for each month). The book schedule also coordinates to when herbs are typically available for gathering. How cool is that?! Kids will learn how to identify the plants as well as how to harvest and use them, all through storytelling. They will be able to create their own Magic Keeper's Journal. Plus, recipe cards are also available for everything in the books. The book club also offers coloring pages and online access to a community forum where you can share your experience or ask questions. You also receive Herbal Roots Zine with additional stories, songs, information, recipes, remedies, games, crafts, calendar and much more! This is so much more than just a book club but a true hands on learning experience.

This program is great for kids of any age and for both girls and boys and an amazing way to help them explore the world around them.

The eBooks are available for Kindle, iPod, iPad, iPhone, tablets, smartphones, or printable PDFs. You will also receive mp3 files which are great for younger book club members because they can listen to the books.

I'm so excited about the many ways this program can be used. I plan to do it on the weekends with my daughter but this could also be incorporated into your homeschool curriculum. Grandparents could even work through the series with their grandkids. What a special memory that would be!

Order today (click and scroll to the bottom) and you will be able to download the first book immediately to get started. Hurry! This opportunity will only be open until Saturday, April 13th and then will close until Spring 2014.

*Update 1: The herbs covered in the books have just been announced. They include Chickweed, violet, lemon balm, plantain, chamomile, calendula, marshmallow, burdock, elder, pine, rose, cinnamon and finally, dandelion.

Monday, April 8, 2013

This week only, you can get 5 awesome eBooks for less than $8. I think my readers would be particularly interested in this set because they are all related to pregnancy, birth, and baby's first year. If you were to purchase these eBooks separately the set would cost about $40. Head on over to Bundle of the Week to purchase the entire set for only $7.40. Here are the titles that are included:

Healthy Pregnancy Super Foods by Kate TietjeIn Healthy Pregnancy Super Foods, Kate simplifies pregnancy nutrition with just two rules: 1) Don’t eat junk food and 2) Eat super foods. This ebook includes details about the super foods you should be eating (and a basic list of what you should avoid), what pregnant women’s nutritional needs are, and offers more than 30 super food recipes.

Fear of giving birth is a very real thing, but through the Fearless Birth workbook and bonus tools, Kristen helps you understand the source of your fears, create positive images of birth, let go of fear and approach labor and birth with confidence and peace of mind.

Unbound Birth: How to Have a Natural Birth in the Hospital is an inspiring collection of natural hospital birth stories. With determination, information, preparation, and support, Jennifer offers women hope for the beauty of a natural birth within a hospital setting.

The Minimalist Mom’s Guide to Baby’s First Year by Rachel Jonat Parenting is a demanding job, and the first year with a new baby iz exciting, ever so tiring and filled to the brim with baby toys, gadgets and gizmos. In The Minimalist Mom’s Guide to the Baby’s First Year, Rachel shares her own journey into motherhood and the lessons she learned about avoiding the clutter trap of too much baby stuff, slowing down to enjoy the early months with your new baby, saving money, creating a peaceful home and finding more time in your day for things like sleep!

Breast to Bib by Kate TietjeIf you’ve ever wondered how to get a baby started with real food, this is your go-to guide. In Breast to Bib, Kate offers help with breastfeeding and discusses low milk supply and homemade formula options as well as how and when to introduce solids and tips for handling picky toddlers. Plus you’ll find 27 healthy, family-friendly recipes to get you started!

When you purchase the set, you will have instant access to all 5 titles. What an awesome set of books for only $7.40. Click here to learn more.